Best trails in Biotopo Protegido de Gaztelugatxe, Spain

The San Juan de Gaztelugatxe route is a must if you come to visit the Bizkaian coast for its impressive stairs, the views, the feeling of being in a movie and much more! In fact, this gorgeous route came out in the seventh season of Game of Thrones. After making the walk to church, ring the bell three times and make a wish. Tradition says that your wishes will come true and you will be free from evil spirits. It is necessary to get free entry due to the large influx of walkers. See more information here: https://web.bizkaia.eus/es/gaztelugatxeShow more

Suitable for all types of walking activities, such as trekking, hiking or trail-running. The route runs along the entire Sasiburu ridge to Ganeroitz (the highest mountain in the Barakaldo municipality). Then it goes into Güeñes through the Saratxo neighborhood to the top of Eretza, from where you will go to Galdames to make the Gasterantz and Ganeran peaks. On the way down you will arrive at the trapagarandarra neighborhood of Zugastieta. Finally, you will crown the Mendibil and the Argalario accompanied by impeccable views of the mouth of the Ibaizabal river through Greater Bilbao. You will find all kinds of terrain, including areas with mud and decomposed with gravel. Summits: -Arroletza: 454m -Tellitu: 462m -Sasiburu: 459m -Hardwell: 391m -Ganeroitz: 561m -Mendiola: 750m -Eretza: 887m -Aldape: 716m -Gasterantz: 801m -Gain: 823m -Mendibil: 550m -Argalario: 514m -Goronillo: 274mShow more